Summer Activities in Whistler
With a World-class, year-round resort like Whistler, you can be sure to never fall short of something to do! Whistler's Summer months from May to November are jam-packed with an endless range of adventures and activities. Choose your adventure!
We aim to provide you and your family with the ultimate Whistler Vacation experience. Contact our local team to help plan your stay and book your next thrilling Whistler adventure and activity.
Alpine Hiking and Sightseeing on the Mountains
With seasonal wildflowers, calm, pristine mountain lakes and an abundance of wildlife, you can be sure to enjoy the alpine hiking trails boasting incredible views on Whistler Blackcomb. Everyone has something here, from short, family-friendly strolls to the more advanced hiking trails leading to various lakes, glaciers, and alpine meadows. Insiders Tip: Get an early start by taking the Village Gondola to the peak and enjoy a delicious lunch after exploring the stunning trails. Be sure to pack your camera to capture the rugged mountain vistas.
Downhill Mountain Biking
From charging downhill on the world-famous Whistler Mountain Bike Park to exploring the vast network of cross-country trails, this ultimate gravity-fed experience draws bikers from across the world all summer long. Catering for all levels and abilities, this jam-packed adventure makes it fun for everyone! With four mountain zones, green trails, technical double blacks, jump trails and more. Insiders Tip: Whistler Blackcomb offers lessons for all levels so that you may get the most out of your day.
Cross Country Mountain Biking
If you love to pedal, then Whistler is the place to be! Experience an endless variety of trails, paths and Valley strolls. Riders can take on everything from easy green trails to daring technical ascents and descents through the stunning old-growth rainforest and alpine meadows. The mountains are your playground!
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Contact one of our property specialists to receive your discount code - Call: 1-888-788-7829
World-Class Golf
Enjoy the wide-open spaces and endless mountain views at any one of Whistler's four major championship golf courses dotted through the valley. Each perfect playground offers various tees sets to give every level of golfer an ideal sense of challenge and enjoyment.
Big Sky Golf Course
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club
Nicklaus North Golf Course
Whistler Golf Club
Scandinave Spa Whistler
Looking for an escape, a quiet sanctuary where you get to relax and feel rejuvenated? This may be the perfect solution! Take a day and experience the age-old Finnish tradition of soaking in soothing outdoor baths at Whistler’s most unique spa. Scandinave Spa Whistler combines rustic elegance with majestic scenery in a tranquil, secluded setting. Insiders Tip: Silence is a must here, so be sure to take a book or tag a friend to join you in this peaceful sanctuary.
Be sure to receive your complimentary Discount Card on arrival at Front Desk - Or - Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to assist.
Call: +1-888-788-7829
Whistler Valley Tours
This fully guided Whistler Sightseeing Tour will take you beyond the village to discover the entire Whistler Valley. A unique, scenic, fun and informative adventure covering the area's most picturesque locations, Olympic venues, historic sites and hidden local shopping districts. Bear, eagle and other wildlife can often be spotted over the warmer months on this tour!
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code.
Black Bear Tours
Spot Whistler's famous bears and cubs in their natural habitat as you venture into the wild by 4x4 with Whistler Photo Safaris to various bear viewing areas, feeding sites, daybeds and dens. A must on any traveller's To-do List!
Tours typically run from April/May.
Whistler encourages locals and visitors alike to be "bear aware," and a big part of that is not approaching or feeding them.
Blackcomb ATV Tour
Discover Blackcomb Mountain the “Canadian” way. Experience the next step in adventure ATVing at Canadian Wilderness! Enjoy breathtaking views of the Whistler Valley and snowcapped peaks of the Coast Mountain Range. Test your skills while exploring a network of wide mountain trails ascending to Blackcomb’s beautiful alpine. A great mix of exploring, sightseeing, and adventure! What are you waiting for?
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code, or check your Welcome Letter for more details.
Call: +1-888-788-7829
Blackcomb Mountain Buggy Tour
This tour designed for families and first-timers will have drivers and passengers grinning from ear to ear as you explore Blackcomb Mountain. Your expert guides at Canadian Wilderness will teach you how to drive your very own 4×4 adventure machine in minutes. Follow wide mountain trails under looming ancient forests. Abundant wildlife, panoramic mountain views and the natural beauty of Whistler will overwhelm your senses.
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code, or check your Welcome Letter for more details.
Call: +1-888-788-7829
Jeep 4x4 Tours
Choose from three different tour options at Canadian Wilderness Jeep 4x4 Tours, each offering a unique and unforgettable experience. Ascend from Whistler Valley past glacier-fed rivers. View bears and other mountain wildlife on the way to the snow-capped Horstman Glacier, or be one of the lucky few to enjoy the unique alpenglow as the sun slips behind the snowy peaks of the Coast Mountain Range. Highlight your vacation with Whistler’s ultimate mountain sightseeing adventure.
Be sure to contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code, or check your Welcome Letter for more details.
Call: +1-888-788-7829
RZR Tours
Experience the true mountain vista while exploring the spectacular scenic views and rugged trails that web through the back-country of Whistler. These exhilarating RZR Tours at The Adventure Group, offer an endless amount of fun that will keep you grinning from start to end. Rain or shine this is an experience not to be missed!
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code for all bookings made. Helping you and your family experience so much more for less!
Whitewater Rafting
Enjoy Whistler's adrenaline-packed whitewater rafting experience that takes you north of Whistler Village to the Green River. This outdoor water adventure is ideal for first-timers or those looking for a fun-filled family adventure, from bouncy rapids to spectacular mountain scenes; Whistler's got it!
Be sure to book in advance with The Adventure Group.
Duration: 2 hours of activity time, 6km on the water.
Canoe, kayak and SUP
Love to paddle? We got you! You can easily rent a Canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard and head out onto Alta Lake. Or go on an extended river adventure with a guided tour discovering Whistler's abundant wildlife while taking in the magnificent mountain views surrounding you as you float down the River of Golden Dreams.
There are various locations to rent your watercraft of choice:
- Backroads Whistler Boat Rentals and River of Golden Dreams paddling trips
- Whistler Eco Tours Wayside Park, Alta Lake
- Captain Holidays Kayak, Green lake
Ziplining
Take a dive into the wilderness this summer with an exhilarating high wire adventure at Ziptrek Tours. From zipping through the old-growth forest to experiencing the mind-blowing Sasquatch® zipline, known to be one of the longest ziplines in the whole of Canada and USA! This experience is a must and is perfect for anyone who wants a heart-pounding adventure!
Superfly Ziplines
Experience the exhilarating feeling of soaring through the air with the breathtaking view of Cougar Mountain on the Superfly Ziplines tour at The Adventure Group. Their unique system allows two guests to ride side-by-side, each on their own cable, during this incredibly scenic experience. These excursions include multiple dual zip-lines connected by a network of trails and boardwalks. A must on your Whistler list!
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code for all bookings made. Helping you and your family experience so much more for less!
Vallea Lumina
See Whistler’s forest come to life with a brand new Lumina experience, heightening the natural landscape with multimedia to create a world filled with enchantment and adventure. Vallea Lumina is a pathway through an old-growth forest that will take you and your family on a magical night walk in pursuit of hidden wonders, telling a story that unfolds in chapters along the way.
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code.
Heli Sightseeing
For over twenty years, Whistler's helicopter pilots and mountain guides have introduced outdoor enthusiasts to the spectacular views of British Columbia. Each tour caters to a wide range of interests, fitness levels, and budgets, including tailored tours for special events. Blackcomb Aviation offers year-round sightseeing tours in comfortable, fully-equipped touring helicopters.
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code.
Whistler Fishing Guides
Try your luck fishing with Whistler Fishing Guides on a full or half-day trip on the local lakes and rivers. All trips include transportation from Whistler, fishing equipment (waders, wading boots, float tubes, rods and reels, tackle and flies) and an experienced guide that can both find fish and teach the skills necessary. Specializing in fly-fishing and offer spin fishing as well.
Operating season: March to October.
Contact one of our friendly Front Desk Agents to receive your Discount Code.
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